Reddit rules index · read 2026-09-26
Can you promote on r/soapmaking?
Self-promotion restricted Its rules restrict self-promotion. Posts that promote your own work are likely to be removed.
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A subreddit to discuss the art of Soap Making. Melt-and-pour soap, cold process soap, and hot process soap are all welcome.
What its rules say about promotion
No 'zero effort' posts
Posts must demonstrate a minimum level of effort and research. Vague or overly broad questions, such as “How do I make soap?” or “How do I start selling soap?” will be removed. Members are here to assist, not to conduct research for you. Our resources list is a good place to start: [Learn about Soapmaking](https://www.reddit.com/r/soapmaking/comments/1mnjsu5/soapmaking_resources_list/)
No Self-Promotion or Spam
No self-promotion or spam. Links to personal or professional social media accounts, online stores, or other promotional content such as soap stamps or boxes with a company name on them or their label will be removed. This subreddit is for learning and sharing soapmaking creations, not marketing purposes. If someone expresses interest in your soaps in the comments, you may send them a private message with purchase details.
Classified Ads
Ads by individuals to sell, trade, or buy excess soapmaking supplies and equipment are allowed. Items must be relevant to soapmaking. Include prices for all items to be sold; “make an offer” is not permitted. Discuss transactions by private messaging. Delete ads once items are sold. Transactions are at your own risk, and the subreddit is not responsible for outcomes. Moderators may remove ads at their discretion. All ads must comply with subreddit rules.
All 8 rules of r/soapmaking
- No 'zero effort' posts
Posts must demonstrate a minimum level of effort and research. Vague or overly broad questions, such as “How do I make soap?” or “How do I start selling soap?” will be removed. Members are here to assist, not to conduct research for you. Our resources list is a good place to start: [Learn about Soapmaking](https://www.reddit.com/r/soapmaking/comments/1mnjsu5/soapmaking_resources_list/) - Our goal is safety
Our goal is safety. If you spot a recipe that contains errors or mistakes, please report it. Medical claims will be removed. - Recipes Posted by Weight for Troubleshooting
When asking for help with a recipe or soapmaking problem, you must provide the complete recipe with all ingredients listed by weight (grams or ounces). Percentages or volume measurements are not allowed. If you used fragrance, give the name of the supplier and the specific fragrance name. Also briefly explain how you made the batch. - No Self-Promotion or Spam
No self-promotion or spam. Links to personal or professional social media accounts, online stores, or other promotional content such as soap stamps or boxes with a company name on them or their label will be removed. This subreddit is for learning and sharing soapmaking creations, not marketing purposes. If someone expresses interest in your soaps in the comments, you may send them a private message with purchase details. - Be Respectful and Constructive
Maintain kindness and civility in comments. We’re here to learn and appreciate each other’s work. When offering critique, be mindful that online communication lacks context and can be misinterpreted. Avoid harassment, offensive language, or personal attacks. - Classified Ads
Ads by individuals to sell, trade, or buy excess soapmaking supplies and equipment are allowed. Items must be relevant to soapmaking. Include prices for all items to be sold; “make an offer” is not permitted. Discuss transactions by private messaging. Delete ads once items are sold. Transactions are at your own risk, and the subreddit is not responsible for outcomes. Moderators may remove ads at their discretion. All ads must comply with subreddit rules. - No AI Generated Content or Images
Posts, comments, or images created using AI tools are prohibited and will be removed immediately. This includes but is not limited to AI-generated questions, answers, recipes, or visuals. - Soap Only
This subreddit is dedicated to soapmaking using fats and lye. Posts about other cleansers (e.g., body wash, detergent-based products, conditioners, or non-soap crafts) are not allowed. This includes programs or applications for testing purposes or solicitation.
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